Experts reveal the top 25 places in the world to travel to in 2025

National Geographic magazine has meticulously selected 25 destinations for travelers to explore in 2025, encompassing a variety of types from remote and pristine corners to bustling metropolises. These destinations are not ranked in any particular order, and aim to provide travelers with diverse options.

Among the many exotic destinations, South Africa's Babanango Game Reserve stands out. Experts recommend avoiding the crowded Kruger National Park and instead heading to this 50,000-acre reserve, where rare antelopes, elephants, lions, and the endangered black rhino can be observed. In addition, India's Suru Valley is considered an excellent choice for rock climbing enthusiasts, while Canada's Haida Gwaii in British Columbia is captivating with its remote islands, rainforests, and ancient totem poles.

Taman Negara National Park on the Malay Peninsula, with its 130-million-year-old rainforest, is home to tigers, lions, and giant Rafflesia flowers. The Stockholm archipelago in Sweden, with its 30,000 islands and numerous hiking trails, offers magnificent views. Cork in Ireland is considered an emerging cultural center, while the Outer Hebrides off the coast of Scotland is a hub of Gaelic culture and language.

Tunisia in North Africa is known for its golden beaches, ancient ruins, and coastal hiking trails, and is relatively affordable. Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is a small city suitable for travelers seeking unconventional routes. Australia's Murray River is the only Australian destination selected, with this 2,508-kilometer river meandering through some of Australia's most beautiful areas.

Boise, Idaho in the United States, home to the largest Basque population in the U.S., retains its 19th-century charm and is an important cultural center. Barbados not only boasts beautiful beaches but also historical narratives about slavery in the Americas. The Northland region of New Zealand's North Island, a center of islands, marine life, forests, and Maori culture, sees fewer tourists compared to the more popular South Island. Brazil's Cerrado savanna offers the unique experience of tracking wolves, while Brasov in Romania is a charming Eastern European city. Kanazawa in Japan stands out for its charm and relatively few tourists, and Greenland has become more accessible with the new international airport in its capital, Nuuk. Los Angeles, as the home of Hollywood, is also a vibrant metropolis, providing a vast playground for fans of celebrities, culture, cuisine, and entertainment. Italy has 200 monasteries where tourists can experience the lives of Gregorian monks from centuries ago, while Guadalajara in Mexico is a center of Mexican culture, hosting the International Mariachi and Charrería Festival every August and September.